ILCE-9 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 4.10 (Mac)

Resolves a problem caused by specific third-party memory cards, where the cards cannot be recognized by Sony cameras

Applicable Models

This information is for the following models:

ILCE-9

About this download

Benefits and Improvements from the latest update

Resolves a problem caused by specific third-party memory cards, where the cards cannot be recognized by Sony cameras

[Note 1] When updating to this version from a lower version than "Ver. 4.00", the FTP transfer feature and Wired LAN settings are initialised.You will have to configure these two items again. The names of FTP server 1, FTP server 2, and FTP server 3 will be kept, but other items will be initialised. If you have set the Wired LAN Settings to Manual, each of the manually configured settings will be initialised and the Wired LAN Settings will be set to Auto.

[Note 2] When the camera is updated from Ver. 3.00 to this version, the registered settings for Fn (function) menu may not be kept. In that event, please customise the menu to your preferred settings again. Setting: [MENU]-[Camera Settings2]-[Function Menu Set.]

Please refer to the Help Guide for more information on updated functions.

The following benefits and improvements are also included in this update:

Version 4.00 (11-15-2018)

Allows you to transfer still images during record and playback operations

Adds the following new FTP transfer functions:

Allows you to narrow the transfer target, such as protected images or non-transferred images, and transfer the applicable images together as a batch

Allows you to transfer only the image being played back to press the assigned custom key

Allows you to transfer all images automatically while recording

Allows you to select the transfer target file formats when transferring images records in RAW+JPEG format to an FTP server

Updates the destination folder configuration with the following options:

Allows you to register up to nine FTP servers

Allows you to change the destination folder configuration flexibly on the FTP server

Allows you to save image data in the folder that you choice

Allows you to register [media card slot number] in the folder configuration

Allows you to make the folder configuration the same as on your camera

Improves the overall stability of the camera

Notes:

When updating to this version, the FTP transfer feature and Wired LAN settings are initialized. You will have to configure the two items again.

The names of FTP server 1, FTP server 2, and FTP server 3 will be kept, but other items will be initialized.

If you have set Wired LAN Setting to Manual, each of the manually configured settings will be initialized and the Wired LAN Setting will reset to Auto.

When the camera is updated from Ver. 3.00 to this version, the registered settings for Fn (function) menu may not be kept. In that event, please customize the menu to your preferred settings again: Setting: [MENU]-[Camera Settings2]-[Function Menu Set.].

Refer to the Help Guide for more information on how to update functions.

Version 3.10 (11-9-2018)

Adds support for the "SEL400F28GM" lens

Adds a [Silent priority] option to the [Aperture Drive in AF] setting in the menuNote: Using the lens "SEL400F28GM", when [Silent priority] is selected, the sound emitted by the aperture drive will be reduced. This is useful in shooting conditions where camera noise should be kept to a minimum. Note that Auto Focus may become slower when [Silent priority] is selected.

Version 3.01 (10-7-2018)

Enhancements for Continuous AF performance:

Enhanced performance of continuous auto focus on moving subjects

Enhanced stability of the AF-C when zooming

Added functions for professionals engaged in sports/news media:

Adds the function to assign Protecting images to custom Key

Adds the function to transfer (FTP) protected files at onceNote: Only for images protected using version 2.00 or higher.

Displays wired LAN MAC address

Inputs IPTC metadata to filesNote: IPTC information must be created beforehand using the IPTC Metadata Preset software. Visit the IPTC Metadata Preset web page for more information and instructions to download, install, and use this software.

Inputs camera serial number to metadata

Other Improvements:

Improves operational stability

Improves accuracy of the overheating warning function

Version 3.00 (28-6-2018)

Corrects a symptom where, in some cases, the camera may not operate properly after updating the software to Ver. 3.00.Note: For cameras which were updated to Ver. 3.00 and then to Ver. 3.01, the registered customized settings for the Fn (function) menu may be lost. In such a case, please customize the menu again to your preference by going to: [MENU]-[Camera Settings2]-[Function Menu Set].

The Ver. 3.01 software also includes the following updates from Ver. 3.00

Introduces support for the new lens "SEL400F28GM"

Optimization of optical image stabilization performance, and support for the new image stabilization mode of the Lens (Mode 3)

Addition of [Function Ring(Lens)] to the menu.Note: For SEL400F28GM, [APS-C S35/Full Frame Sel.] setting can be assigned to the Function Ring, in addition to [Power Focus].

Addition of [Aperture Drive in AF] to the menuNote: With the SEL400F28GM, focus will not be locked even during continuous shooting at F-values greater than F11, under the following conditions: AF-C, electronic shutter, [Aperture Drive in AF] menu set to [Focus Priority]. The continuous shooting speed might be slow when F number is over F11.

Added function for professionals engaged in sports/news media:

Adds a [Write Serial Number] option (On/Off) to the menu, enabling or disabling the inclusion of the camera's serial number in the EXIF data.

Improvements in auto focus performance and functionality:

Improves tracking performance of moving subjects in AF-C mode

Improves auto focus speed in low light conditions

Adds [AF Track Sens] as a selectable option for custom key settings

Adds support for all focus areas when using the LA-EA3 mount adapter (Options added to [Focus Area]: "Zone", "Expand Flexible Spot" and "Lock-on AF")

Improvements in flash control performance and functionality

Reduces the release time lag when shooting with a flash

Adds support for [Slow Sync.] and [Rear Sync.] when using a wireless flash

Adds support for white balance automatic correction, when using the color filter of an external flash (HVL-F60RM)

Other improvements

Stabilizes the release time lag when shooting in AF-C mode

Improves the overall stability of the camera

Version 2.00 (11-1-2018)

Enhance Continuous AF

Enhances continuous auto focus on moving subjects

Enhances AF-C stability while zooming

Adds new or enhanced functions for sports/news media photography professionals

*3: This function is only for A-mount lenses which can adapt to 8 or 10 fps (maximum) tracking AF-C shooting. Consult the ILCE-9 Continuous Shooting guide for additional details.

*4: Raw data recorded by the ILCE-9 with system software Ver. 1.00 or 1.01 could disappear. Please backup your raw data files, even if you’re updating the system software to Ver. 1.10.

*5: The system software version Ver. 03 or later for SEL70200GM and Ver. 02 or later for SEL100400GM are needed respectively. The statement was added at the same time as the lens system software was released.

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Before You Start

Check the system software version

Follow the instructions below to check the system software version. If the system software version is Ver. 4.10, the update is not required.

Select Menu > Setup subpage [6] > Version on the camera.

The system software version is displayed as illustrated below.

System Requirements

Operating Systems

The latest version of the system software update is compatible with the following Macintosh versions:

Apple® macOS® 10.12 – 10.14

Computer Hardware

The latest version of the system software update is compatible with the following hardware:

Hard drive space: 600 MB or more

RAM: 512 MB or more

Other Hardware

Power source for the device.Fully charged rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100.Note: The update can only be performed when the battery power level is (three bars) or more. We recommend that you use a fully charged battery. Detach the vertical grip before updating system software.

USB cable supplied with the deviceNote: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.

Download & Install

Important Notice

Please close all other application software before updating the system software.

Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100.

Do not remove the battery during the update; as the sudden loss of power may render the camera inoperable.

Remove the memory card from the camera before starting the update process.

The system software update takes approximately 10 minutes. Please prevent your computer from going into Sleep mode during this time. If the computer does go into Sleep mode and the update is interrupted, the entire update process will need to be restarted.

Do not open "About This System Software Updater" in the System Software Updater menu as this may crash the Updater software.

Do not connect the camera to other any other devices except your computer.

How to download the Updater:

After reading the disclaimer, click Download.

The file [Update_ILCE9V410.dmg] file will start downloading.

Save the file to the desktop of your computer (recommended).

Step 1: Start the Updater

Close all currently running programs on your computer.

Double-click the [Update_ILCE9V410.dmg] file you downloaded. Do not connect the camera at this point.

[Update_ILCE9V410] is expanded.

Double-click the [UpdateSetting Tool] icon .

To load a kernel extension, the message prompts you to allow the application to make changes. Type the password for the administrative account.

For macOS 10.13 or 10.14 user

After the message from the system is displayed, the security and privacy screen will be displayed.

If the following message is displayed before "Security and Privacy" is displayed, press the [OK] button.

Open the "General" tab on the "Security and Privacy" screen and allow reading of "Sony Corporation" system software.Note: If you approved in the past, the security and privacy screen will not be displayed.

If you are asked to restart macOS after pressing the [Allow] button, please restart and return to the beginning of the update procedure.

If the "Security and Privacy" screens remain displayed, please close the window.

If the message displayed together with the "Security and Privacy" screen remains displayed, close both with the [OK] button.

For macOS 10.12 or lower user

Connect the camera to the computer

A dialog for USB connection will be displayed.

Connect the camera and PC with the USB cable(supplied).”USB Mode” appears on the LCD monitor of the camera.

Click [OK]. If the message is displayed, close with the [OK] button.Note: Never turn off the camera nor disconnect the USB cable while updating.

The System Software Updater starts.Note: If System Software Updater does not start up, double-click [System Software Updater] in the [Update_ILCE9V410] - [Resources] folder to start up.

Turn on the camera.

Following the instructions in the System Software Updater window, on the camera, select Menu > Setup subpage [3] > USB Connection and check if Mass Storage is selected.If a mode other than Mass Storage is selected, please select Mass Storage.

Connect the camera to the computer with the supplied USB cable. "USB Mode" appears on the LCD screen of the camera.Note: If the computer cannot find the device, the message "Could not find the camera for this update" is displayed on the computer screen. Please try the following:

Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again.

If the computer has multiple USB terminals, try with the other terminals.

Sometimes when the camera is connected to the computer with the USB cable, a message prompting you to restart the computer may be displayed.In this case, remove the battery pack from the camera, reboot the computer, and follow the instructions from "2. Start the System Software Updater".

Click [Next]. The current version number and updated version number appear on the lower left side of the screen. After confirming that the current software version is "Ver. 4.00 or earlier", click Next. If the current system software version is 4.10 or later, the update is not required. In this case, disconnect the camera from the computer and click Finish. Turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, reinsert the battery and turn the camera back on.Update is required:

Update is not required:

The camera is automatically reset.The screen below is displayed.Note: The Loading icon may not be displayed depending on the OS version that you are using.

Start the updateAfter automatically resetting, the following screen is shown and the update starts. The progress bar appears during the update process (approximately 10 minutes).Note: Never turn off the camera or disconnect the USB cable while updating.

Complete the updateWhen the update is complete, the camera will automatically restart. Make sure that the camera is turned on and wait until the LCD screen appears again.Click Finish when the LCD screen appears and disconnect the USB cable.Note: After restarting, a data recovery warning is sometimes displayed. This is normal. Please wait until this warning disappears.

Step 2: Confirm the system software version of your device is Ver.4.10.

On the camera, select Menu > Setup subpage [6] > Version

The system software version is displayed as illustrated below.

Questions & Answers

The update does not complete

When the monitor remains black for more than 15 minutes, follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue:

Disconnect the USB cable from the computer.

Remove the battery and AC adapter from the camera, leave it for a few minutes, then insert the battery again or connect the AC adapter.